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Storms & Sunsets: A Seawall Sunset Stroll (Walking Tour)
At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min
- Price from
- $30 / person
- Location
- Galveston, United States
- Rating
- 4.0 / 5 · 1 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 20
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Galveston Tour Co
- Meeting point
- The Balinese Room site—2107 Seawall Blvd, at 21st Street (right across from the Galvez, where the tour ends)
Description
Watch the Gulf glow at sunset while walking through the storms, scandals, and survivors that shaped Galveston's Seawall. This 90 min walking tour covers ~1 mile, runs Oct-Dec, starts ~30 min before sunset. Start at the legendary Balinese Room—hear about the Maceo family's Prohibition-era casino and its famous "Ranger's Run." Pass Murdoch's, rebuilt after every major storm since 1900, and the site of Electric Park, once "the Coney Island of the South." Visit the Pleasure Pier, born as a WWII rec facility, stop for sunset photos at the seawall's granite groins, and pass the Sea Turtle Mural at McGuire-Dent Rec Center—with an optional ice cream stop at Fish Tales. On the walk back: Fort Crockett's real WWII coastal defenses and the tragic story of Sister Katherine and the orphans lost in the 1900 storm—leading into our final stop, the historic Hotel Galvez, built on the very site where they tragedy washed ashore. All ages, max 20, ends where it starts.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 5:00 PM and 6:30 PM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 10
- Adult (ages 13+)
- $30
- Child (ages 0–12)
- $15
In demand: 25 of the next 51 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 9.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Murdochs
The oldest continuously operating business on the seawall, rebuilt time and again after Galveston's hurricanes.
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
From WWII-era military recreation facility to today's amusement pier.
Grab an ice cream or drink before heading back.
Sea Turtle Mural — Our turnaround point, with a colorful mural honoring the Gulf's sea turtles.
Tour ends here, on the very site where that tragedy washed ashore. Hear the hotel's one ghost story before we say goodbye.
What's included
Included
Knowledgeable Guide
Not included
Drinks and treats are optional and are not included in the ticket price
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.0
1 reviews
How it compares in Galveston
- Starting price $30 is close to the typical $33 for tours of similar length in Galveston
Excurgo comparison of 98 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Storms & Sunsets: A Seawall Sunset Stroll (Walking Tour) take?
Storms & Sunsets: A Seawall Sunset Stroll (Walking Tour) lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Storms & Sunsets: A Seawall Sunset Stroll (Walking Tour) cost?
Prices start at $30 per person for this Galveston experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Storms & Sunsets: A Seawall Sunset Stroll (Walking Tour) run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 5:00 PM and 6:30 PM.
How much does Storms & Sunsets: A Seawall Sunset Stroll (Walking Tour) cost for children?
Children aged 0–12 pay from $15, adults from $30.
Does Storms & Sunsets: A Seawall Sunset Stroll (Walking Tour) sell out?
It can: 25 of the next 51 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Storms & Sunsets: A Seawall Sunset Stroll (Walking Tour) for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is The Balinese Room site—2107 Seawall Blvd, at 21st Street (right across from the Galvez, where the tour ends). Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Storms & Sunsets: A Seawall Sunset Stroll (Walking Tour) offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 20 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible
Reviews(1)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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